The NFL is full of proud players, but for the most part, they know that taking a humble approach and accepting blame after a loss is the way to go.

Not so for Raiders QB JaMarcus Russell.

Following the 38-0 shellacking at the hands of the visiting New York Jets , Russell was unapologetic about his poor play, claiming it wasn’t his fault that the team played so badly, despite plenty of evidence to the contrary.

Russell was pulled from the field in first half, after completing just six passes for 61 yards. He also was responsible for three turnovers that gave the Jets an easy path to the end zone.

Yet he still refused to accept any measure of blame after the game:

“I don’t think it’s me personally, I really don’t. It’s a bad combination of one guy doesn’t do something right one time. Personally, I don’t think so. Do you?” – Oakland QB JaMarcus Russell

The answer to that question will likely come from his teammates and coaches in the next few days, but for now, suffice it to say that Russell is wearing out his welcome pretty quick in Oakland and a touch of humility would go a long way towards helping him become a legit QB in this league.

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